Video Tag
Every video tagged “Welsh tradition” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
7 videos
This progress update from SKS Props shows early-stage construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull mask built from EVA foam. The base shapes have been assembled and the build is heading toward a detailed, wearable skull mask with a moving jaw. Further sanding, detailing, and a craft store run for accessories are planned before the piece is complete. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition featuring a horse skull carried door-to-door during the winter season.
This video walks through building a Mari Lwyd horse skull prop from HD EVA foam, inspired by the traditional Welsh Christmas custom of parading a decorated horse skull door to door for rhyming contests. The creator provides a downloadable skull template and demonstrates how to incorporate a pull-string mechanism to open and close the jaw. Because it is built from lightweight HD foam, the finished piece is comfortable enough to carry or wear during actual Mari Lwyd celebrations. The video also touches on the cultural background and correct pronunciation of 'Mari Lwyd.'
SKS Props walks through the full construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull — a prop rooted in Welsh holiday folklore — entirely from HD EVA foam using a free downloadable template. The build is notably lightweight, making it practical to carry or wear during the traditional door-to-door rhyming challenge. A pull-string mechanism is incorporated to open and close the jaw, elevating it from static prop to interactive puppet. The finished skull is decorated with ears, ornaments, ribbons, and bells in keeping with the authentic tradition.
This short-form progress video from SKS Props showcases the early assembly stages of a foam Mari Lwyd horse skull build, highlighting the snap jaw movement mechanism taking shape. The creator has the core skull base forms together and notes that sanding, detail work, and decorative accessories are still ahead. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh midwinter folk tradition featuring a decorated horse skull on a pole, making this an unusual and culturally distinctive cosplay project.
This tutorial by SKS Props walks viewers through building a Mari Lwyd — a Welsh Christmas folk tradition prop — as a lightweight horse skull made from HD foam, complete with decorative ribbons, bells, and ornaments. A standout feature is the pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the skull's jaw, making it functional as a wearable puppet or carried display piece. Free foam templates are available via the creator's website to help crafters replicate the build. The project bridges Halloween-style prop fabrication techniques with seasonal folkloric costuming.
This tutorial by SKS Props walks through building a lightweight, wearable Mari Lwyd horse skull from HD foam using a free downloadable template. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition in which a decorated horse skull is carried door-to-door for rhyming competitions. A standout feature of this build is a pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the jaw, making it interactive and performance-ready. The finished prop is embellished with ornaments, ribbons, and bells to match the festive nature of the tradition.
This tutorial walks through building a Mari Lwyd horse skull prop from HD EVA foam, inspired by the Welsh Christmas tradition of carrying a decorated horse skull door to door for rhyming challenges. The lightweight foam construction makes the finished piece practical to wear or carry, and a pull-string mechanism allows the mouth to open and close for added theatrical effect. A downloadable skull template is available from the creator's website to help crafters get started.
